2. You can use your existing Google or Globus account to sign up for KBase. Most people will probably want to use their Google account, but you can click the “Additional providers” link to reveal the Globus option if you have a Globus account that you want to use, or if you’d like to create a free Globus account.

What if I don't have a Google or Globus account?

It’s easy and free to get a new account on Google or Globus. If you click on the “Additional providers” link on the signup page, and then click “Sign in with Globus”, you should see an option in the sidebar to create a Globus ID, which you can then use to set up a KBase account.
We are also considering adding support for other identity providers. If there’s one you’d like us to add, please contact us.

3. Assuming you want to use your Google account, click on the “Sign in with Google” button; you will be prompted to choose a Google account (if you have more than one) and sign in to it (if you aren’t already signed in).

4. The KBase account creation form will prompt you to enter some required information, including choosing a username and identifying your organization and department.

5. You must now agree to the KBase User Agreement and KBase Data Policy. (If you already had a KBase account, the User Agreement and Data Policy have not changed since you last agreed to them. This is merely a reconfirmation required by the new authentication process.)

Read the KBase User Agreement and KBase Data Policy and check the checkboxes that say “I have read and agree to this policy”

Once you’ve checked both of the checkboxes, you will be able to click the blue button at the bottom that says “Create KBase account”.

6. You’re done–you now have a KBase account!
Click “Continue” and you’ll see your KBase Dashboard. You may want to take a look at the Narrative Quick Start or other documentation before you plunge headfirst into KBase.

If you encounter any difficulties or have any questions, please feel free to contact us!